Health

Mental health & seniors

Dementia and depression remain as the top two concerns.

Time to eat mushrooms

Mushrooms are said to be beneficial in possibly reducing the risk of cognitive decline.

Get fresh!

habitat by honestbee has a month-long health-focused campaign called “Get Fresh!” where you can take classes and enjoy healthy food.

Cashews may have fewer calories than previously thought

Studies also show it does not increase LDL “bad” cholesterol levels.

New breast cancer drug shown to reduce recurrence

The oral medication is available in Singapore via Special Access Program.

A wellness regime for seniors, those with menopause

The Minus Calories workout strengthens the muscles and bones, and is gentle on the knees.

New Women’s Health Centre

Concord International Hospital opens a level dedicated to women’s needs.

Eye care

Singapore National Eye Centre community event offers free eye screening and low-vision rehabilitation workshop.

Breathe easier

Philips recently launched a global patient education effort for World COPD Day.

Life matters – planning for the future

What is an Advance Medical Directive and why is it important?

Insights to healthy ageing

Herbalife Nutrition releases survey on the meaning of healthy ageing, lifestyle changes for healthy ageing, and key motivators and influencers for healthy ageing.

Don’t miss the signs of a breaking spine

Up to 70 percent of vertebral fractures don’t come to clinical attention.

Promoting breast cancer awareness

Concord International Hospital launches campaign and is one of the hospitals participating in the Mammogram Funding Assistance programme.

CPR self-learning kiosks islandwide

This is to increase cardiac arrest awareness and the number of people trained in CPR.

Bringing care into the community

Our SilverCare Hub brings together healthcare and social care providers to help seniors across different care settings.